The effect of molecular adsorbent recirculating system on pathophysiological parameters in patients with acute liver failure.

Objective: To investigate the effect of the molecular adsorbent recirculating system (MARS) on physiological variables in patients with acute liver failure.

Design: A prospective, observational study of MARS in addition to standard medical therapy in the management of patients presenting with acute liver failure.

Setting: A regional liver transplant centre.